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History & Lore
Thanksgiving Day
Long before immigrants began traveling to the New World, native tribes danced and performed rituals, hoping for a plentiful harvest. Read all about how Thanksgiving is deeply rooted in tradition.
Jan 7, 2007, 14:04 PST
History & Lore
The Real Thanksgiving
"A myth! What do you mean America's Thanksgiving holiday is based on a myth!"
Nov 17, 2006, 12:02 PST
History & Lore
Thanksgiving Day Learning Links
Check out this article for Presidential Press Releases, History of Thanksgiving, Plymouth History, and Classroom Resources!
Nov 14, 2006, 12:44 PST
History & Lore
'Twas the Night of Thanksgiving
Enjoy this poem celebrating the night of Thanksgiving.
Nov 14, 2006, 08:36 PST
History & Lore
The Pilgrims in American Culture - Thanksgiving
Discover what the first Thanksgiving was like in these first-hand accounts and retellings of historical documents.
Nov 13, 2006, 13:13 PST
History & Lore
Turkey Lore
Where was the first Thanksgiving dinner held? Read the theories in this short article.
Nov 11, 2006, 11:32 PST
History & Lore
The History of Thanksgiving
The writer O. Henry called it the one day that is purely American. For many Americans, Thanksgiving is the only time of year when all members of a family gather together.
Nov 5, 2006, 11:38 PST
History & Lore
Americans Celebrate Thanksgiving
On the fourth Thursday of every November, Americans celebrate Thanksgiving. Airports and roads are jammed while more than 40 million people travel from state to state to celebrate the holiday.
Nov 5, 2006, 11:21 PST
History & Lore
Adopt-a-Sailor Provides a Touch of Home on Thanksgiving Day
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| courtesy of Chief Photographer's Mate Johnny Bivera |
Some people in the Chicago area will set a few extra places at the dinner table on Thanksgiving for those who cannot be with their families.
Nov 5, 2006, 10:39 PST
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